Hand Rod Puppets Hold this

[CBPuppets]

I have been Wondering. How do the Muppeteers Make it so Hand Rod Puppets can either grab or hold on to things. I have been very Confused about that for a very long time.

 

[scarylarrywolf]

I've heard they used everything from tape to velcro (Antron fleece can act as velcro).

Also, if it's a large/heavy enough prop (such as the earpiece for the telephone in TMM) they'll attach a rod to the object and hold it up along with the arm rod.

One idea for tackling this problem that I got from the posable dolls they sell is to line the inside of the hand with a wire frame. That way you can bend the fingers around anything light enough for the puppet to hold. I believe the Muppets incorporated this method too (look at Kermit's hand in TGMC when he is reaching to catch the Baseball Diamond — while he's not holding anything, his fingers are cupped and stiff.)

 

[wes]

For a competion, i sewed a puppets hand to the fret of a guitair and the other hand to look like he's holding a pick. the theard came out and it didn't hurt the puppet.

Oh, Scarly Larry it's good to see you again I haven't seen you lately!

 

[scarylarrywolf]

Thanks Wes!

I make it when I can. Senior year of college is rough

 

[Punch'n'Judy]

Toupe tape/clear double sided tape, or T pins can be very useful.